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From glorious to inclusive: The past, present, and future of Detroit's LGBT spaces

Matthew Piper Monday, July 25, 2016

In the '70s and '80s, Detroit had a strong and proud gay presence with a hub in Palmer Park. While that "gayborhood" no longer exists, the city is steadily reclaiming its LGBT heritage, and becoming more inclusive as a result.

Is Detroit on its way to becoming a gay-friendly city?

Matthew Piper Tuesday, June 09, 2015

As our hardscrabble metropolis continues its 21st century evolution, is it finally learning to put its big, strong arms around the diverse and beleaguered LGBT community that calls it home? Signs point to yes.

Building a better future for Detroit's black LGBTQ community

Amy Kuras Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Since 1994, KICK! and its founder and executive director Curtis Lipscomb have filled a unique role in local LGBTQ advocacy efforts by focusing on the intersection of LGBTQ and African American identity.

Opinion: Change Michigan law, not yourself

Curtis Lipscomb Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Incredibly, if you are lesbian or gay, bisexual or transgender and work in Michigan you can be fired for simply being who you are. Curtis Lipscomb of KICK, a Detroit agency for LGBT African Americans, says the time to change the law is now.

Model D TV: LGBT leaders of color roundup

M-1 Studios Tuesday, June 04, 2013

Our partnership with Between the Lines and the HOPE Fund produced over a year's worth of Model D TV episodes on LGBT leaders of color. Enjoy this recap compiled by M-1 Studios, featuring videos by Tom Hendrickson, Tony Eggert and DETROIT LIVES!

LGBT Features

From glorious to inclusive: The past, present, and future of Detroit's LGBT spaces

Is Detroit on its way to becoming a gay-friendly city?

Building a better future for Detroit's black LGBTQ community

Opinion: Change Michigan law, not yourself

Model D TV: LGBT leaders of color roundup

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